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Rijksmuseum Displays 200-Year-Old Condom with Erotic Art

A nearly 200-year-old condom featuring erotic art is now on display at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam as part of a new exhibition.

Rare 19th-century condom with erotic etching goes on display at Dutch museum
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Dutch museum to display 200-year-old condom probably made from sheep’s appendix
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200-year-old condom decorated with erotic art goes on display in Amsterdam's Rijksmuseum
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200-year-old condom decorated with erotic art goes on display in Amsterdam's Rijksmuseum

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The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam has unveiled a nearly 200-year-old condom, believed to be a luxury souvenir from a brothel, as part of its 'Safe Sex?' exhibition. Made from a sheep's appendix and featuring an erotic etching of a nun and clergymen, the condom highlights 19th-century attitudes towards sex work and health. Curator Joyce Zelen noted its mint condition and the cultural significance of its design, which references the Judgment of Paris. The exhibit runs until the end of November, showcasing the intersection of art and sexual health.

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The article presents a humorous take on a historical condom, blending art and sexual health.

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It highlights the significance of sex work in the 19th century.

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The exhibition at Rijksmuseum encourages open discussions about sexuality and history.

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